Fried Sweet Plantains
A great side dish, snack, or breakfast item.
Equipment
- Thermometer
Ingredients
Fried Sweet Plantains
- 2 very ripe plantains ( or more, 1 per person)
- neutral-flavored cooking oil
- salt
To serve:
- sour cream, creme fraiche or Mexican/Salvadorean crema
- black pepper and salt
Instructions
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high. There should be about 1/4 inch of oil in the pan.
- Peel the plantains and cut in half lengthwise or in slices, depending on your preference.
- Place plantains into the hot oil and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side. Oil should sizzle as soon as you add the plantains. Adjust the temperature as needed so that the plantains don't burn immediately. Plantains should get deep brown and even a bit blackened in spots.
- Remove the plantains from oil and lay on a plate lined with paper towels. Season lightly with salt.
- Serve plantains with a side of crema/sour cream/creme fraiche that has been seasoned with a little salt and pepper (some cremas may not need any salt)
